July 31, 2015, 3:53PM

In view of the lethargic play and substandard play of the current members of the Cleveland Indians, the management thinks trading our players that may produce but are inconsistent at the plate will right the already sunken season again for the long suffering fans. Let me make a layman's suggestion: Rather than train our guys for years in the... Full story »

July 31, 2015, 9:51AM

The July 24th editorial, "Kill the death penalty," is exactly what's wrong with our justice system, a system that tries to make sense of senseless slaughter of decent human beings. An idiot dressed as "The Joker" walks into a movie theater, kills people and we have doctors trying to figure out if he's insane, really? An illegal immigrant decides... Full story »

July 31, 2015, 9:45AM

The Plain Dealer's investigative journalism and editorial stances have been particularly impressive of late: substantial, thoughtful and, although predictably left-leaning (to the bane of many readers), consistently humane. I'm especially pleased at your recent investigation of the city's disgraceful water-department shenanigans ("L.A. sues, Cleveland doesn't, over costly water-billing problems," Plain Dealer, July 5) and can only hope it results... Full story »

July 31, 2015, 9:38AM

To all of the organizers, staff and volunteers from The American Cancer Society, allow me to extend my appreciation and gratitude for another Pan Ohio Hope Ride bike event. Your support of this ride is second to none and there is no greater cause than to strike out cancer. Also my heart, lungs and legs thank you for another... Full story »

July 31, 2015, 9:34AM

Shame on the PD for publishing in the July 28 Forum, "Statistics, public opinion bear out benefits of guns." One need only Google "gun deaths USA" to see the available statistics on the total number of gun deaths. The murder rate of 4.2/100,000 is dwarfed by gun suicides of 6.8/100,000. The fact is the widespread and easy availability of... Full story »

July 31, 2015, 9:18AM

Eugene Sevin wrote Republicans oppose the Iran deal because President Obama favors it "irrespective of merit" ("Republicans oppose Iran nuclear deal because Obama is for it," Letters, July 21). He rightly points out the general consensus that Iran will cheat. He suggests our "surveillance capabilities" mean "we can quickly catch them cheating." While satellites can monitor moving trucks, they... Full story »

July 30, 2015, 12:13PM

After reading Rev. Haren's editorial ("Legalizing marijuana in Ohio would open the door to plenty of problems," Sun News, July 23), I was wondering if he was being serious or creating fear, uncertainty and doubt to make his point. Perhaps the Reverend should also consider the effects of the surgeon after a few "legal" martinis before surgery. Maybe we... Full story »

July 30, 2015, 12:07PM

Thank you, Parma Heights, for laying off four public works employees. I just love going over the minefields of torn roads that still need repair. And thank you for the closed sessions to public input and tireless efforts to shatter the serenity that makes our neighborhoods. Thank you for yanking the neighborhood dream right out from residents horrified at... Full story »

July 30, 2015, 12:04PM

I've been surprised by the shameless attacks on Planned Parenthood. My experience with the organization has been welcoming, comforting and compassionate. I had just moved to Cleveland to finish my graduate degree when I first became a patient at Planned Parenthood. I was in the middle of several life changes, including managing my own health care for the first... Full story »

July 30, 2015, 12:01PM

In her letter ("Pastors must have special exemption," Letters, July 29), Joanne Corradi poses two prescient questions. Starting with the one of most concern to her: Religions, religious leaders and houses of worship have been exempt from government intrusion since 1791. Amendment 1 of the Constitution states that "Congress shall make no law ... prohibiting the free exercise [of... Full story »

July 30, 2015, 11:57AM

Two items appearing in the July 29 issue of The Plain Dealer beg for comment. First, Henry Gomez's page one article on immigration ("Slaying may fuel passions at debate") is so peppered with his opinion and interpretations it belongs on the editorial page rather than in a hard news section, particularly Page One. Second, Sheldon Karp's letter to the... Full story »

July 30, 2015, 11:51AM

The Cleveland Metroparks have done a wonderful job with all the improvements at Edgewater Park. The park has a fresh new look. Adding concerts on Thursday night was a great idea to bring a lot of people together on the beach. One thing I wish they had not changed was replacing the fabulous custard for Honey Nut ice cream.... Full story »

July 30, 2015, 11:46AM

The lifelessness of the Indians' players and the fans are "fueled" (probably not the appropriate word in this case) by the unexciting, penurious and ineffective ownership of the Dolans. They "lock" the payroll every year (still below that of 1999) to insure they put millions in their pocket. They don't really care if attendance is higher given all the... Full story »

July 30, 2015, 11:41AM

As an attorney who filed an amicus curiae brief in support of marriage equality in the U.S. Supreme Court's recent marriage equality case (Obergefell v. Hodges), I agree with the July 28 editorial ("Judges must marry same-sex couples"). The rule that judges may not exhibit bias upon gender, sexual orientation or marital status has not changed in the last... Full story »

July 30, 2015, 11:35AM

Bikes are vehicles under Ohio law and cannot be obstructing traffic as they are traffic. Cyclists are taxpayers and do not get their fair share of return for their money. Bicycles don't damage the roadway, cars and truck do. The fuel tax doesn't begin to pay for the cost of the roads, but that's another letter. "Parkway" denotes recreation,... Full story »